Surgical Technician 1 - Certified, Full Time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technician 1 (U) Certified, facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment. The incumbent maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team. Up to $7,500 Sign on Bonus Work Location: UHealth Tower Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Functions as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure; preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure; performing accounting procedures in concert with the RN circulator; assisting with placement of sterile drapes; providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure; maintaining an organized sterile field; ensuring sterility of the field and taking corrective actions as needed; and preparing sterile dressings. Cleans and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas. Assists with post procedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients. Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to scrub person activities. Maintains privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program
Certified surgical technologist (CST)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

Functions as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure
preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure
performing accounting procedures in concert with the RN circulator
assisting with placement of sterile drapes
providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure
maintaining an organized sterile field
ensuring sterility of the field and taking corrective actions as needed
preparing sterile dressings
Cleans and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.
Assists with post procedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients.
Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to scrub person activities.
Maintains privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.